Midlands Science collaborates with a wide range of partners and inspirational speakers to deliver interesting talks and workshops to Midlands schools during Science week, Maths week, Tech week and Engineers week as well as general outreach and events running throughout the year! This work demonstrates to students of all ages, the vast diversity of science, engineering, technology and maths in a practical and easy to understand manner.
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Abbey Road Artist Studios
Aidan Heavey Library
Annebrook Hotel Mullingar
Ard Scoil Chiarain, Clara, Co. Offaly.
Arden Boy's National School
Athlone Golf Club
Athlone Institute of Technlogy
Athlone Library
Backstage Theatre
Ballinamere National School, Tullamore, Co. Offaly.
Ballymahon Library
Banagher Library
Birr Castle
Birr Library
Birr, Co. Offaly.
Bridgeways Family Resource Centre, Ballymahon, Co. Longford
Buccaneers Rugby Football Club
Castlepollard Library
Clara Library
Clonaslee National School
Cloontuskert NS
Coosan National School
Curraghmore National School, Mullingar, Co. Westmeath.
Daingean Library
Daingean NS
Dead Centre Brewing
Edenderry Library
Esker Hills Golf Club
Gateway Youth Project
Glanduff NS
Granard Library
Hodson Bay Hotel
Holy Family Primary School
Kilbeggan NS
Laois - all book clubs.
Longford - all book clubs.
Longford County Library
Lough Boora Discovery Park
Maryborough NS, Portlaoise, Co. Laois.
Midlands Park Hotel
Moate Library
Mountmellick CS
Mountmellick Library
Mucklagh Community Centre
Mullingar Golf Club
Mullingar Library
Mullingar Town Band
Multyfarnham NS
Northgate Street
Offaly History Centre
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Our Lady's Bower, Retreat Road, Athlone, Co. Westmeath.
Oxmantown School
Portarlington Enterprise Centre
Portarlington Library
Portlaoise College
Portlaoise Family Resource Centre
Portlaoise Library
Radisson Blu Hotel Athlone
Sacred Heart Secondary School
Scoil Chriost RI, Portlaoise, Co. Laois.
Scoil Eoin Phoil
Scoil na gCeithre Maistri
Scoil Naomh Eoin Portarlington
St Brendan's Community School, Birr
St Finian's School, Mullingar, Co. Westmeath.
St Joseph's National School
St Joseph's National School, Longford.
St Kenny's Primary School, Kilpatrick, Mullingar, Co. Westmeath.
St Mary's National School
St Marys Hall
St Mel's College, Longford.
St Mels College
St Philomena's NS
St. Mary's Youth and Community Centre
Stradbally Library
Students Union, Athlone Institute of Technology.
The Killeshin Hotel
The Little Theatre
The Lough Ree Inn
Timahoe National School, Co. Laois.
Treo Nua
Tullamore College, Tullamore, Co. Offaly.
Tullamore Court Hotel
Tullamore Library
Venue 4 Athlone - Multipurpose Venue Space. Rent hourly or daily.
Science Scrum - an evening exploring the science of rugby !!
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Buccaneers Rugby Football Club
- Dubarry Park, Clonbrusk Athlone Ireland
Time
(Tuesday) 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm GMT
Location
Buccaneers Rugby Football Club
Dubarry Park, Clonbrusk Athlone Ireland
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If you like a good game of rugby, have you ever stopped to consider all of the science it involves. Everything from the science of fitness to the physics of
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If you like a good game of rugby, have you ever stopped to consider all of the science it involves. Everything from the science of fitness to the physics of the game provides a great chance to learn more about science and rugby. This evening will be facilitated by leading science communicator Dr Craig Slattery of UCD and he will be in conversation with Irish flyhalf Jack Carty and former Irish international Rosie Foley. You’ll never look at a game of rugby in the same way again !! We are having this event at the home of rugby in Athlone – Buccanners RFC and you’ll also enjoy some tasty finger food at the event from the Bounty Bar.
Time
(Thursday) 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
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Join Midlands Science and the fantastic Bohemian String Quartet for an evening of music and learn about the science of music. Join Midlands Science and the fantastic Bohemian String Quartet for
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Join Midlands Science and the fantastic Bohemian String Quartet for an evening of music and learn about the science of music.
Join Midlands Science and the fantastic Bohemian String Quartet for an evening of music. Sit back and enjoy a range of popular tunes, movie themes and classical hits with MC Dr Craig Slattery, a science communicator and music fan. Between tunes, we’ll hear a little about why we all love music so much, what happens in our brain when we listen to music and how we can use music to help us when we are feeling stressed. So come along to this free concert and learn a little about the science of music, while you sing along with your favourite tunes.
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ach Boys, Mick Flannery, Richard Clayderman and many more. This evening exploring the science of music will include classic hits from the Beatles, the Beach Boys, Depeche Mode, the score from the Mission and a number of classical favourites.
Splash !! Dive In To The Science of Wellness
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Hodson Bay Hotel
- Roscommon Road N37 XR82 Athlone Ireland
Time
(Sunday) 11:00 am - 1:00 pm GMT
Location
Hodson Bay Hotel
Roscommon Road N37 XR82 Athlone Ireland
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Featuring renowned Irish swimmer Nuala Moore, this event features a supervised cold dip in Lough Ree with Swim Ireland, followed by a chat with Nuala on her amazing journey through
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Featuring renowned Irish swimmer Nuala Moore, this event features a supervised cold dip in Lough Ree with Swim Ireland, followed by a chat with Nuala on her amazing journey through swimming from Dingle to the Bering Strait . With two Guiness World Records, and multiple other records, Nuala is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to cold water swimming and the extremes the human body is capable of. Swimmers will be treated to tea and coffee and snacks to warm them up, in the Hodson Bay Hotel on Nov 12th after the swim and there will be a discussion with Nuala about her amazing journey around the world through swimming. Join the group for swim before the talk at 11am at the swimming spot at the second car park just after Bay Sports.
If you require Irish Sign Language for this event please email jgorman@midlandsscience.ie
Sunday Science Shows - The Reptile Zoo - Quiet Session
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St Marys Hall
- Northgate Street Athlone Ireland
Time
(Sunday) 3:00 pm - 3:45 pm GMT
Location
St Marys Hall
Northgate Street Athlone Ireland
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Join the Reptile Zoo in this unique workshop which is a chance to get up close and personal with tortoises, snakes, tarantulas and much more. Who knows you may even
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Join the Reptile Zoo in this unique workshop which is a chance to get up close and personal with tortoises, snakes, tarantulas and much more. Who knows you may even meet Elvis, the albino python ?! This 3pm workshop will have a small group attending and is scheduled for those who may require a quieter environment. Please contact us if you require Irish Sign Language for this event and note that Lulls headphones will also be available for participants if required. This workshop is part of a series of Science Shows as part of the Midlands Science Festival, supported by Science Foundation Ireland. The Sunday Science Shows are presented in association with Foróige is Ireland’s leading youth organisation.
Time
(Sunday) 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm GMT
Location
Northgate Street
Northgate Street Athlone Ireland
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Join the amazing Braintastic on a journey through the excitement and wonder of science. A treat for all ages. This 3pm session is for those who may require a quieter
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Join the amazing Braintastic on a journey through the excitement and wonder of science. A treat for all ages. This 3pm session is for those who may require a quieter environment and Lulls headphones will be available. Please let us know if you require Irish Sign Language interpretation. Shows and activities are designed to make we all have fun and we get as much as possible out of our amazing brains !! This event is part of the Sunday Science Shows at the Midlands Science Festival supported by Science Foundation Ireland as part of Science Week. The Sunday Science Shows are presented in association with Foroige.
Time
(Sunday) 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm GMT
Location
St Marys Hall
Northgate Street Athlone Ireland
Event Details
Join the Reptile Zoo in this unique workshop which is a chance to get up close and personal with tortoises, snakes, tarantulas and much more. Who knows you may even
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Join the Reptile Zoo in this unique workshop which is a chance to get up close and personal with tortoises, snakes, tarantulas and much more. Who knows you may even meet Elvis, the albino python ?! Please contact us if you require Irish Sign Language for this event and note that Lulls headphones will also be available for participants if required. This workshop is part of a series of Science Shows as part of the Midlands Science Festival, supported by Science Foundation Ireland. The Sunday Science Shows are presented in association with Foróige is Ireland’s leading youth organisation.
Time
(Sunday) 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm GMT
Location
Northgate Street
Northgate Street Athlone Ireland
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Join the amazing Braintastic on a journey through the excitement and wonder of science. A treat for all ages. Please let us know if you require Irish Sign Language interpretation.Lulls
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Join the amazing Braintastic on a journey through the excitement and wonder of science. A treat for all ages. Please let us know if you require Irish Sign Language interpretation.Lulls headphones will also be available. Shows and activities are designed to make we all have fun and we get as much as possible out of our amazing brains !! This event is part of the Sunday Science Shows at the Midlands Science Festival supported by Science Foundation Ireland as part of Science Week. The Sunday Science Shows are presented in association with Foroige.
Time
(Sunday) 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm GMT
Location
Northgate Street
Northgate Street Athlone Ireland
Event Details
Join the amazing Braintastic on a journey through the excitement and wonder of science. A treat for all ages. Please let us know if you require Irish Sign Language interpretation.Lulls
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Join the amazing Braintastic on a journey through the excitement and wonder of science. A treat for all ages. Please let us know if you require Irish Sign Language interpretation.Lulls headphones will also be available. Shows and activities are designed to make we all have fun and we get as much as possible out of our amazing brains !! This event is part of the Sunday Science Shows at the Midlands Science Festival supported by Science Foundation Ireland as part of Science Week. The Sunday Science Shows are presented in association with Foroige.
Time
(Sunday) 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm GMT
Location
St Marys Hall
Northgate Street Athlone Ireland
Event Details
Join the Reptile Zoo in this unique workshop which is a chance to get up close and personal with tortoises, snakes, tarantulas and much more. Who knows you may even
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Join the Reptile Zoo in this unique workshop which is a chance to get up close and personal with tortoises, snakes, tarantulas and much more. Who knows you may even meet Elvis, the albino python ?! Please contact us if you require Irish Sign Language for this event and note that Lulls headphones will also be available for participants if required. This workshop is part of a series of Science Shows as part of the Midlands Science Festival, supported by Science Foundation Ireland. The Sunday Science Shows are presented in association with Foróige is Ireland’s leading youth organisation.
Time
(Monday) 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm GMT
Location
Mullingar Golf Club
Lynn Mullingar Ireland
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Join us for an event exploring the science and psychology of golf with Dr. Eoghan McNeill, a psychology lecturer in Technological University of the Shannon (TUS). This event takes place in
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Join us for an event exploring the science and psychology of golf with Dr. Eoghan McNeill, a psychology lecturer in Technological University of the Shannon (TUS).
This event takes place in Mullingar Golf Club with sports psychologist Dr Eoghan McNeill, a keen golfer and sports psychologist who has done work nationally and in peer reviewed research on the psychological factors that are at play every time you pick up the golf club bag. It’s not just a physical game, like a lot of things, it’s also psychological. This event will feature science communicator and keen golfer Dr Barry Fitzgerald in conversation with Dr Eoghan McNeill. You’ll be sure to come away with some psychological tips and tricks that will help you to improve your game. This event is facilitated by leading science communicator, physicist and golfer Dr Barry Fitzgerald.
Midlands Science Festival is supported by the Science Foundation Ireland Discover Programme as part of national Science Week.
Time
(Tuesday) 10:00 am - 1:00 pm GMT
Location
Tullamore Library
O'Connor Square Tullamore Ireland
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Join artist and photographer Veronica Nicholson for a hands on workshop exploring the world of cyanotypes. A fun and creative 3-hour workshop where you will be introduced to the incredible
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Join artist and photographer Veronica Nicholson for a hands on workshop exploring the world of cyanotypes. A fun and creative 3-hour workshop where you will be introduced to the incredible 19th century Cyanotype printing technique, a non-toxic alternative photo process that uses sunlight or UV light to produce distinct cyan blue images.
As well as going through the history of the cyanotype process, we will experiment printing different objects like glass, dried flowers, lace, negatives etc. Participants are encouraged to bring their own (small) objects with which they would like to experiment. All materials supplied and everyone will go home with a unique piece of art you have created !!
If you require Irish Sign Language for this event please email jgorman@midlandsscience.ie
Time
14 (Tuesday) 12:00 pm - 18 (Saturday) 12:00 pm
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This project centres on an exhibition of a body of work by leading Irish artist, Vincent Devine, co-created with cancer researchers at the UCD Conway Institute, University College Dublin, which
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This project centres on an exhibition of a body of work by leading Irish artist, Vincent Devine, co-created with cancer researchers at the UCD Conway Institute, University College Dublin, which will take place in two community venues during Science Week with an accompanying public engagement event at each location.
Inspired by the iconic drawing of ‘The Vitruvian Man’ by artist and scientist Leonardo da Vinci, Vincent Devine has created a striking image of an androgynous human to visually map the different perspectives and approaches that researchers use to understand cancer at molecular, cellular, tissue and human levels.
Admission: Free
Time
(Tuesday) 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm GMT
Location
Venue 4 Athlone - Multipurpose Venue Space. Rent hourly or daily.
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Join us to take part in a couple of interactive experiments through Irish to celebrate Science Week. This workshop is suitable for children aged 8-12. Event is free but places must
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Join us to take part in a couple of interactive experiments through Irish to celebrate Science Week.
This workshop is suitable for children aged 8-12. Event is free but places must be booked on www.midlandsscience.ie
Bígí linn chun páirt a ghlacadh i gcúpla turgnamh idirghníomhach trí mheán na Gaeilge chun Seachtain na hEolaíochta a cheiliúradh. Tá an cheardlann seo oiriúnach do pháistí idir 8-12
Tá an t-imeacht saor in aisce ach ní mór áiteanna a chur in áirithe www.midlandsscience.ie
Look Up for Science - an evening of astronomy !
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Lough Boora Discovery Park
- Lea Beg Tullamore Ireland
Time
(Wednesday) 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm GMT
Location
Lough Boora Discovery Park
Lea Beg Tullamore Ireland
Event Details
Join Midlands Science and Midlands Astronomy Club for a unique night-time event in Lough Boora Discovery Park exploring the night’s sky using powerful tools and telescopes. Before going outside to
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Join Midlands Science and Midlands Astronomy Club for a unique night-time event in Lough Boora Discovery Park exploring the night’s sky using powerful tools and telescopes. Before going outside to explore the night sky, a short talk will explain some key points in the science of astronomy. All age groups are welcome and there will be some hot drinks and snacks on us! Midlands Science Festival is supported by the Science Foundation Ireland Discover Programme as part of national Science Week.
Sustainable Living - Here's The Science Bit !!
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Mullingar Town Band
- Zone A N91 YY96 Mullingar Ireland
Time
(Wednesday) 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm GMT
Location
Mullingar Town Band
Zone A N91 YY96 Mullingar Ireland
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Explore the science of living sustainably and make your own soaps, shampoos and wax wraps with Aoife Munn. You'll come away with a new set of skills and lots of
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Explore the science of living sustainably and make your own soaps, shampoos and wax wraps with Aoife Munn. You’ll come away with a new set of skills and lots of lovely things you made yourself which are sustainable. All materials are supplied.
Empowerment at Mid Life - science, style and the menopause
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Radisson Blu Hotel Athlone
- Northgate Street Athlone Ireland
Time
(Wednesday) 7:45 pm - 9:30 pm GMT
Location
Radisson Blu Hotel Athlone
Northgate Street Athlone Ireland
Event Details
An evening exploring science and style as it relates to the menopause. The evening will commence at 7.45pm with a reception for participants so please come early for some tasty
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An evening exploring science and style as it relates to the menopause. The evening will commence at 7.45pm with a reception for participants so please come early for some tasty food. The event will start at 8pm and will be facilitated by Midlands Science.
The two speakers are experts in their fields – Dr Mary Ryan, author of “It’s Probably Your Hormones” and Aoife Dunican of The Stylebob.
Dr Mary Ryan trained at Trinity College Dublin and obtained her MB BCH BAO in 1992. She then specialised in Endocrinology and General Medicine. She is on the Specialist Registrar and is a regular contributor to the media and health podcasts. Her book “It’s Probably Your Hormones” is a best-seller. As an endocrinologist she explains in plain language the effect hormones can have on our physical and mental wellbeing, and tells us how to balance them to optimise our health throughout our lives. Unexplained weight gain? Loss of libido? New-onset acne? These are just some of the possible signs that something is not right with your hormones. Women often start paying attention to their hormones when they approach menopause, but good hormone health is important throughout our lives. Dr Mary Ryan explains how by tackling problems when they arise, we can take control and improve our well-being. The unfortunate truth is that many women struggle to have their health taken seriously and fail to get the support needed to manage debilitating symptoms. In her revelatory and timely book, Dr Mary Ryan shows us how we to recognise issues and balance our hormones with various treatment options, including HRT, diet, sleep and exercise, so that we can live happy, healthy and balanced lives at any age.
Aoife Dunican will speak about the power of your image for communication, confidence and impact. She is the owner of The Stylebob, a personal and corporate consultancy, helping women amplify their image for confidence, presence, and impact. Your clothes and image can help guide your story towards achieving personal and professional goals. Your wardrobe should make you feel unstoppable and represent who you are and where you are going. With over 15 years of experience in marketing and professional services, Aoife has a real have a real insight into how people communicate and speaks about the power of image globally with firms and networks from London to Australia. Aoife has a strong sustainable approach to fashion and is a regular contributor to newspapers, radio, and magazines on her style ethos. Aoife loves seeing people reach their true potential when they look and feel ready to show up with confidence and impact. We are always giving little clues as to who we are and our wardrobe is that silent tool with the biggest noise. Listen to the four C’s system that Aoife has created to help you create a confident wardrobe. Aoife will help you get out of your own way and use your unique style to step into your brilliance.
After both speakers, there will be lots of time for discussion and questions and answers, so come along and have all your midlife and menopause queries on everything from hormones to hats answered !!
wed15nov10:00 pmwed11:30 pmWelcome to Ideas Made Real - Science Week 202310:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Time
(Wednesday) 10:00 pm - 11:30 pm
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Welcome to Ideas Made Real - Science Week 2023 Dive into a week brimming with inspiration and discovery, as we celebrate the marvels of science that unfold in our daily lives
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Welcome to Ideas Made Real – Science Week 2023
Dive into a week brimming with inspiration and discovery, as we celebrate the marvels of science that unfold in our daily lives this November in Ireland! Science Week 2023 is not just an event; it’s a festival of knowledge and exploration, engaging schools, colleges, libraries, industries, and the vibrant community of teachers, students, and researchers nationwide.
Science Week is hosting an array of regional festivals, each offering unique and exciting opportunities for the public to immerse themselves in STEM. From hands-on experiences to enlightening discussions, there’s something for everyone!
Exclusive IMR Mullingar Lab Tours, in partnership with Midlands Science!
Mark your calendars for Wednesday, 15th November, as we open the doors of Irish Manufacturing Research’s (IMR) Mullingar Lab for an exclusive peek into the world of advanced manufacturing. This is your chance to witness how ideas transform into reality!
IMR’s Mullingar Lab Tours – Wednesday 15th of November
10:00 AM: A special tour designed for primary school students, offering them a glimpse into the fascinating realm of science and manufacturing.
11:30 AM: Secondary school students are invited to join a tour providing an in-depth look at the labs and gain an understanding of how IMR contributes to advancing the manufacturing sector.
Time
(Thursday) 10:00 am - 1:00 pm GMT
Location
Athlone Library
Church Street Athlone Ireland
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Join artist and photographer Veronica Nicholson for a hands on workshop exploring the world of cyanotypes. A fun and creative 3-hour workshop where you will be introduced to the incredible
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Join artist and photographer Veronica Nicholson for a hands on workshop exploring the world of cyanotypes. A fun and creative 3-hour workshop where you will be introduced to the incredible 19th century Cyanotype printing technique, a non-toxic alternative photo process that uses sunlight or UV light to produce distinct cyan blue images.
As well as going through the history of the cyanotype process, we will experiment printing different objects like glass, dried flowers, lace, negatives etc. Participants are encouraged to bring their own (small) objects with which they would like to experiment. All materials supplied and everyone will go home with a unique piece of art you have created !!
If you require Irish Sign Language for this event please email jgorman@midlandsscience.ie
Time
(Thursday) 10:00 am - 1:00 pm GMT
Location
Mountmellick Library
O'Moore Street Mountmellick Ireland
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Join author Niamh Boyce and Midlands Science for a half day writing workshop where we will be inspired by science, everything from astronomy to zoology is open to you to
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Join author Niamh Boyce and Midlands Science for a half day writing workshop where we will be inspired by science, everything from astronomy to zoology is open to you to write about, whether it’s a short piece of flash fiction or a poem. The workshop will be facilitated by Laois author Niamh Boyce and she will be assisted by poet and science communicator Jackie Gorman. Participants will create work on the day and after editing, pieces will be collated into a short publication which will be published by Midlands Science. The theme for Science Week this year is being human and what could be more human than creativity and writing about the experience of being human.
Niamh Boyce won The Hennessy New Irish Writer of the Year in 2012 for her poetry, subsequently collected in Inside The Wolf. Her debut novel The Herbalist was an Irish Writer’s Centre Novel Fair Winner. An instant bestseller, it also won Debut of the Year at the Irish Book Awards and was nominated for an IMPAC. Her Kind, her second novel, is based on the witchcraft trial of Alice Kyteler. Nominated for the EU Prize for literature, the judges called it ‘as searing a critique of our own times as is Arthur Millar’s The Crucible.’ Niamh was recently awarded the 2022 Dennis O Driscoll Literary Award by Kildare County Council. Jackie Gorman is a poet who works in science communications. She received the Listowel Writers’ Week Single Poem Award in 2017 and her 2019 debut The Wounded Stork was described by Martin Dyar as “an engrossing and ecologically attuned debut.” She received the Science Foundation Ireland Outstanding Contribution to Science Communications Award in 2022.
Drugs of Abuse in 21st Century Ireland: Science, Society & Solutions
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Tullamore Court Hotel
- O\'Moore Street
Time
(Thursday) 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm GMT
Location
Tullamore Court Hotel
O'Moore Street
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With the Citizens Assembly on Drugs Use currently underway in Ireland, this special Science Week event is a timely opportunity to learn more about the scientific and societal issues that
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With the Citizens Assembly on Drugs Use currently underway in Ireland, this special Science Week event is a timely opportunity to learn more about the scientific and societal issues that drugs and drug use raise. Join us to discuss and debate these important issues as they relate to individuals, families, our communities and wider Irish society.
Our panel of speakers includes:
Dr Richard Maguire, Principal Analyst, Medical Bureau of Road Safety and formerly of the National Drug Treatment Centre
Sean Kinsella, Health And Wellness Coach with SK Life Balance and leading advocate for the Peter McVerry Trust, an expert by experience. He has also undertaken work the Irish Prison Service.
The event will be hosted by leading science communicator and toxicologist Dr Craig Slattery of UCD, on behalf of Midlands Science.
Drawing Class with Lesley Wingfield - the science of creativity
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Aidan Heavey Library
- Church Street Athlone Ireland
Time
(Friday) 10:00 am - 1:00 pm GMT
Location
Aidan Heavey Library
Church Street Athlone Ireland
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Drawing is a key part of human creativity and throughout history, drawings of plants, animals and people have helped us to understand the world around us and often such illustrations
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Drawing is a key part of human creativity and throughout history, drawings of plants, animals and people have helped us to understand the world around us and often such illustrations helped us to understand important scientific texts. This drawing class with Lesley Wingfield will introduce participants to key drawing skills and help you to understand what your eye sees and what you need to see when you want to draw something. All materials are provided and the workshop is for aged 18+
Time
(Friday) 2:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Location
Bridgeways Family Resource Centre, Ballymahon, Co. Longford
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Free family event. No need to book, just walk in. Did brown bears fish for salmon in Lough Ree? Did giant deer roam through the midlands of Ireland long ago? Drop-in
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Free family event. No need to book, just walk in.
Did brown bears fish for salmon in Lough Ree? Did giant deer roam through the midlands of Ireland long ago? Drop-in to the Bridgeways Family Resource Centre to learn about lost and local wildlife. Watch short videos on extinct animals in Ireland, inspect museum handling collections of fossils, furs and bones and meet with Educators from the National Museum of Ireland – Natural History, also known as the Dead Zoo. For all your local wildlife questions, meet with special guest, Owen Murphy, warden with the National Parks and Wildlife Services for Lough Ree and the mid-Shannon callows. Irish Sign Language (ISL) interpretation included at this event. Wheelchair accessible. Event suitable for age 9+
Time
(Friday) 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm GMT
Location
Tullamore Library
O'Connor Square Tullamore Ireland
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Join children's author Anne Brusatte for her reading of Dugie the Dinosaur, the book tells the story of a Scottish dinosaur who gets lost and has to find his way
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Join children’s author Anne Brusatte for her reading of Dugie the Dinosaur, the book tells the story of a Scottish dinosaur who gets lost and has to find his way home with the help of his friends. Anne will be joined by her husband Dr Steve Brusatte, a paleontologist [he knows everything about dinosaurs and was the adviser to Jurassic World: Dominion].
There will also be some fun arts and crafts activities exploring the world of dinosaurs and what science can tell us about who the dinosaurs were and how they lived. All materials will be provided for participants and this event is suitable for age 5 and up.
If you require Irish Sign Language for this event, please email jgorman@midlandsscience.ie
Time
(Friday) 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm GMT
Location
Midlands Park Hotel
Jessop Street R32 KV20 Portlaoise Ireland
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This event will be chaired by well-known broadcaster Claire O’Brien and the discussion will include Keith Lambkin who leads the Climate Services Team at Met Eireann. This panel discussion will feature
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This event will be chaired by well-known broadcaster Claire O’Brien and the discussion will include Keith Lambkin who leads the Climate Services Team at Met Eireann.
This panel discussion will feature a range of climate change experiences and we will explore together the science and solutions to this important issue with farmers, ecologists and young people including Dr Cian White of the Farm Zero C Project. This project won the prestigious SFI Future Innovator Prize in 2021 for its work on sustainable farming and biodiversity practices.
This discussion will leave attendees with a profound understanding of the science and solutions we can bring to the climate change challenge and offer a chance for you to share your views on this vital issue. Climate change will affect everything from how we live, how we farm, what we eat and how we travel among a range of other issues. Come along to this event and discuss the issues and how we can affect change together, informed by science and a shared understanding of the kind of climate future we want to see in Ireland.
If you require Irish Sign Language for this event, please email jgorman@midlandsscience.ie
The Science of Mammals - A Journey Through Evolution
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Tullamore Library
- O\'Connor Square Tullamore Ireland
Time
(Friday) 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm GMT
Location
Tullamore Library
O'Connor Square Tullamore Ireland
Event Details
This event features Steve Brusatte, Sunday Times best-selling author and palaeontologist, discussing his latest book “The Rise and Reign of the Mammals”. With multiple contributions to science through his research
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This event features Steve Brusatte, Sunday Times best-selling author and palaeontologist, discussing his latest book “The Rise and Reign of the Mammals”. With multiple contributions to science through his research and publications, he has also supported the world of entertainment as an advisor to Jurassic World: Dominion. This event will be a captivating experience for all of us who want to learn more about where we come from. Steve will be in conservation with well-known wildlife podcaster Ricky Whelan taking us through the world of mammals and how the evolution of mammals has brought us to today so we’ll cover about 325 million years in one evening !!
Photo of Steve Brusatte by Christophe Hendrickx [ Creative Commons]
If you require Irish Sign Language for this event please email jgorman@midlandsscience.ie
Look Up for Science - an evening of astronomy !
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Lough Boora Discovery Park
- Lea Beg Tullamore Ireland
Time
(Friday) 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm GMT
Location
Lough Boora Discovery Park
Lea Beg Tullamore Ireland
Event Details
Join Midlands Science and Midlands Astronomy Club for a unique night-time event in Lough Boora Discovery Park exploring the night’s sky using powerful tools and telescopes. Before going outside to
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Join Midlands Science and Midlands Astronomy Club for a unique night-time event in Lough Boora Discovery Park exploring the night’s sky using powerful tools and telescopes. Before going outside to explore the night sky, a short talk will explain some key points in the science of astronomy. All age groups are welcome and there will be some hot drinks and snacks on us! Midlands Science Festival is supported by the Science Foundation Ireland Discover Programme as part of national Science Week.
Anyone 4 Science Slime Making at Discovery Day 2023 2.45pm
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Mucklagh Community Centre
- Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Time
(Sunday) 2:45 am - 3:15 pm GMT
Location
Mucklagh Community Centre
Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Event Details
Everyone loves making and playing with slime. Come join Anyone 4 Science and have fun making your own. Learn the Science behind this gooey substance and why it can be
Event Details
Everyone loves making and playing with slime. Come join Anyone 4 Science and have fun making your own. Learn the Science behind this gooey substance and why it can be classed as a liquid and a solid.If you require Irish Sign Language please email jgorman@midlandsscience.ie
Mark the Science Guy at Discovery Day 2023 Quiet Time
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Mucklagh Community Centre
- Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Time
(Sunday) 10:00 am - 10:45 am GMT
Location
Mucklagh Community Centre
Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Event Details
Join Mark the Science Guy to explore the world of science and discovery. The show will explore in a fun and creative way all sorts of ideas in science and
Event Details
Join Mark the Science Guy to explore the world of science and discovery. The show will explore in a fun and creative way all sorts of ideas in science and provide inspiration for things you can try at home !! You may be familiar with Mark from his science shows on national TV, so come along and enjoy the science with one of Ireland’s best science performers. This 10am show will have a small group attending and is scheduled for those who may require a quieter environment. Please contact us if you require Irish Sign Language for this event and note that Lulls headphones will also be available for participants if required.
Anyone 4 Science Ice Cream Making at Discovery Day 2023 Quiet Time
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Mucklagh Community Centre
- Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Time
(Sunday) 10:00 am - 10:30 am GMT
Location
Mucklagh Community Centre
Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Event Details
We love making ice cream with Anyone 4 Science for a very unusual reason -we can make our very own freezers!! In fact you can make your own freezer too. Join
Event Details
We love making ice cream with Anyone 4 Science for a very unusual reason -we can make our very own freezers!! In fact you can make your own freezer too.
Join in with us and learn some interesting facts about this frozen treat, and most importantly a salty secret, that will show you how people managed to keep their food cool during the summer months centuries before electricity was invented. This first session is a quieter session with smaller group for those who might experience sensory issues at larger events. Lulls headphones will also be available. If you require Irish Sign Language please email jgorman@midlandsscience.ie
Anyone 4 Science Slime Making at Discovery Day 2023 Quiet Time
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Mucklagh Community Centre
- Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Time
(Sunday) 10:00 am - 10:30 am GMT
Location
Mucklagh Community Centre
Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Event Details
Everyone loves making and playing with slime. Come join Anyone 4 Science and have fun making your own. Learn the Science behind this gooey substance and why it can be
Event Details
Everyone loves making and playing with slime. Come join Anyone 4 Science and have fun making your own. Learn the Science behind this gooey substance and why it can be classed as a liquid and a solid. This first session is a quieter session with smaller group for those who might experience sensory issues at larger events. Lulls headphones will also be available. If you require Irish Sign Language please email jgorman@midlandsscience.ie
The Reptile Zoo at Discovery Day 2023 Quiet Time
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Mucklagh Community Centre
- Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Time
(Sunday) 10:00 am - 10:30 am GMT
Location
Mucklagh Community Centre
Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Event Details
Join the Reptile Zoo in this unique workshop which is a chance to get up close and personal with tortoises, snakes, tarantulas and much more. Who knows you may even
Event Details
Join the Reptile Zoo in this unique workshop which is a chance to get up close and personal with tortoises, snakes, tarantulas and much more. Who knows you may even meet Elvis, the albino python ?! This 10am workshop will have a small group attending and is scheduled for those who may require a quieter environment. Please contact us if you require Irish Sign Language for this event and note that Lulls headphones will also be available for participants if required.
The Reptile Zoo at Discovery Day 2023 10.45am Workshop
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Mucklagh Community Centre
- Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Time
(Sunday) 10:45 am - 11:15 am GMT
Location
Mucklagh Community Centre
Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Event Details
Join the Reptile Zoo in this unique workshop which is a chance to get up close and personal with tortoises, snakes, tarantulas and much more. Who knows you may even
Event Details
Join the Reptile Zoo in this unique workshop which is a chance to get up close and personal with tortoises, snakes, tarantulas and much more. Who knows you may even meet Elvis, the albino python ?! Please contact us if you require Irish Sign Language for this event and note that Lulls headphones will also be available for participants if required.
Anyone 4 Science Ice Cream Making at Discovery Day 2023 10.45am
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Mucklagh Community Centre
- Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Time
(Sunday) 10:45 am - 11:15 am GMT
Location
Mucklagh Community Centre
Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Event Details
We love making ice cream with Anyone 4 Science for a very unusual reason -we can make our very own freezers!! In fact you can make your own freezer too. Join
Event Details
We love making ice cream with Anyone 4 Science for a very unusual reason -we can make our very own freezers!! In fact you can make your own freezer too.
Join in with us and learn some interesting facts about this frozen treat, and most importantly a salty secret, that will show you how people managed to keep their food cool during the summer months centuries before electricity was invented. f you require Irish Sign Language please email jgorman@midlandsscience.ie
Anyone 4 Science Slime Making at Discovery Day 2023 10.45am
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Mucklagh Community Centre
- Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Time
(Sunday) 10:45 am - 11:15 am GMT
Location
Mucklagh Community Centre
Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Event Details
Everyone loves making and playing with slime. Come join Anyone 4 Science and have fun making your own. Learn the Science behind this gooey substance and why it can be
Event Details
Everyone loves making and playing with slime. Come join Anyone 4 Science and have fun making your own. Learn the Science behind this gooey substance and why it can be classed as a liquid and a solid.If you require Irish Sign Language please email jgorman@midlandsscience.ie
Mark the Science Guy at Discovery Day 2023 11am Show
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Mucklagh Community Centre
- Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Time
(Sunday) 11:00 am - 11:45 am GMT
Location
Mucklagh Community Centre
Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Event Details
Join Mark the Science Guy to explore the world of science and discovery. The show will explore in a fun and creative way all sorts of ideas in science and
Event Details
Join Mark the Science Guy to explore the world of science and discovery. The show will explore in a fun and creative way all sorts of ideas in science and provide inspiration for things you can try at home !! You may be familiar with Mark from his science shows on national TV, so come along and enjoy the science with one of Ireland’s best science performers. Please contact us if you require Irish Sign Language for this event and note that Lulls headphones will also be available for participants if required.
The Reptile Zoo at Discovery Day 2023 11.30am Workshop
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Mucklagh Community Centre
- Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Time
(Sunday) 11:30 am - 12:00 pm GMT
Location
Mucklagh Community Centre
Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Event Details
Join the Reptile Zoo in this unique workshop which is a chance to get up close and personal with tortoises, snakes, tarantulas and much more. Who knows you may even
Event Details
Join the Reptile Zoo in this unique workshop which is a chance to get up close and personal with tortoises, snakes, tarantulas and much more. Who knows you may even meet Elvis, the albino python ?! Please contact us if you require Irish Sign Language for this event and note that Lulls headphones will also be available for participants if required.
Anyone 4 Science Slime Making at Discovery Day 2023 11.30am
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Mucklagh Community Centre
- Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Time
(Sunday) 11:30 am - 12:00 pm GMT
Location
Mucklagh Community Centre
Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Event Details
Everyone loves making and playing with slime. Come join Anyone 4 Science and have fun making your own. Learn the Science behind this gooey substance and why it can be
Event Details
Everyone loves making and playing with slime. Come join Anyone 4 Science and have fun making your own. Learn the Science behind this gooey substance and why it can be classed as a liquid and a solid.If you require Irish Sign Language please email jgorman@midlandsscience.ie
Anyone 4 Science Ice Cream Making at Discovery Day 2023 11.30am
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Mucklagh Community Centre
- Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Time
(Sunday) 11:30 am - 12:00 pm GMT
Location
Mucklagh Community Centre
Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Event Details
We love making ice cream with Anyone 4 Science for a very unusual reason -we can make our very own freezers!! In fact you can make your own freezer too. Join
Event Details
We love making ice cream with Anyone 4 Science for a very unusual reason -we can make our very own freezers!! In fact you can make your own freezer too.
Join in with us and learn some interesting facts about this frozen treat, and most importantly a salty secret, that will show you how people managed to keep their food cool during the summer months centuries before electricity was invented. f you require Irish Sign Language please email jgorman@midlandsscience.ie
Mark the Science Guy at Discovery Day 2023 Noon Show
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Mucklagh Community Centre
- Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Time
(Sunday) 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm GMT
Location
Mucklagh Community Centre
Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Event Details
Join Mark the Science Guy to explore the world of science and discovery. The show will explore in a fun and creative way all sorts of ideas in science and
Event Details
Join Mark the Science Guy to explore the world of science and discovery. The show will explore in a fun and creative way all sorts of ideas in science and provide inspiration for things you can try at home !! You may be familiar with Mark from his science shows on national TV, so come along and enjoy the science with one of Ireland’s best science performers. Please contact us if you require Irish Sign Language for this event and note that Lulls headphones will also be available for participants if required.
The Reptile Zoo at Discovery Day 2023 12.15pm Workshop
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Mucklagh Community Centre
- Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Time
(Sunday) 12:15 pm - 12:45 pm GMT
Location
Mucklagh Community Centre
Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Event Details
Join the Reptile Zoo in this unique workshop which is a chance to get up close and personal with tortoises, snakes, tarantulas and much more. Who knows you may even
Event Details
Join the Reptile Zoo in this unique workshop which is a chance to get up close and personal with tortoises, snakes, tarantulas and much more. Who knows you may even meet Elvis, the albino python ?! Please contact us if you require Irish Sign Language for this event and note that Lulls headphones will also be available for participants if required.
Anyone 4 Science Slime Making at Discovery Day 2023 12.15pm
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Mucklagh Community Centre
- Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Time
(Sunday) 12:15 pm - 12:45 pm GMT
Location
Mucklagh Community Centre
Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Event Details
Everyone loves making and playing with slime. Come join Anyone 4 Science and have fun making your own. Learn the Science behind this gooey substance and why it can be
Event Details
Everyone loves making and playing with slime. Come join Anyone 4 Science and have fun making your own. Learn the Science behind this gooey substance and why it can be classed as a liquid and a solid.If you require Irish Sign Language please email jgorman@midlandsscience.ie
Anyone 4 Science Ice Cream Making at Discovery Day 2023 12.15pm
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Mucklagh Community Centre
- Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Time
(Sunday) 12:15 pm - 12:45 pm GMT
Location
Mucklagh Community Centre
Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Event Details
We love making ice cream with Anyone 4 Science for a very unusual reason -we can make our very own freezers!! In fact you can make your own freezer too. Join
Event Details
We love making ice cream with Anyone 4 Science for a very unusual reason -we can make our very own freezers!! In fact you can make your own freezer too.
Join in with us and learn some interesting facts about this frozen treat, and most importantly a salty secret, that will show you how people managed to keep their food cool during the summer months centuries before electricity was invented. f you require Irish Sign Language please email jgorman@midlandsscience.ie
The Exploration Dome at Discovery Day 2023 1.30pm Show Quiet Time
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Mucklagh Community Centre
- Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Time
(Sunday) 1:30 pm - 2:00 pm GMT
Location
Mucklagh Community Centre
Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Event Details
Join the Exploration Dome for a unique change to explore the night's sky and under the sea in Ireland's largest planetarium !! Everything from stars to sharks, the night's sky
Event Details
Join the Exploration Dome for a unique change to explore the night’s sky and under the sea in Ireland’s largest planetarium !! Everything from stars to sharks, the night’s sky to the deepest ocean, there’s a chance to learn all about the science of the world around us. Please contact us if you require Irish Sign Language for this event and note that Lulls headphones will also be available for participants if required. This 1.30pm is a smaller quieter session for those with sensory needs.
Anyone 4 Science Ice Cream Making at Discovery Day 2023 2pm
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Mucklagh Community Centre
- Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Time
(Sunday) 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm GMT
Location
Mucklagh Community Centre
Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Event Details
We love making ice cream with Anyone 4 Science for a very unusual reason -we can make our very own freezers!! In fact you can make your own freezer too. Join
Event Details
We love making ice cream with Anyone 4 Science for a very unusual reason -we can make our very own freezers!! In fact you can make your own freezer too.
Join in with us and learn some interesting facts about this frozen treat, and most importantly a salty secret, that will show you how people managed to keep their food cool during the summer months centuries before electricity was invented. f you require Irish Sign Language please email jgorman@midlandsscience.ie
The Reptile Zoo at Discovery Day 2023 2pm Workshop
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Mucklagh Community Centre
- Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Time
(Sunday) 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm GMT
Location
Mucklagh Community Centre
Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Event Details
Join the Reptile Zoo in this unique workshop which is a chance to get up close and personal with tortoises, snakes, tarantulas and much more. Who knows you may even
Event Details
Join the Reptile Zoo in this unique workshop which is a chance to get up close and personal with tortoises, snakes, tarantulas and much more. Who knows you may even meet Elvis, the albino python ?! Please contact us if you require Irish Sign Language for this event and note that Lulls headphones will also be available for participants if required.
Anyone 4 Science Slime Making at Discovery Day 2023 2pm
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Mucklagh Community Centre
- Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Time
(Sunday) 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm GMT
Location
Mucklagh Community Centre
Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Event Details
Everyone loves making and playing with slime. Come join Anyone 4 Science and have fun making your own. Learn the Science behind this gooey substance and why it can be
Event Details
Everyone loves making and playing with slime. Come join Anyone 4 Science and have fun making your own. Learn the Science behind this gooey substance and why it can be classed as a liquid and a solid.If you require Irish Sign Language please email jgorman@midlandsscience.ie
The Exploration Dome at Discovery Day 2023 2.15pm Show
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Mucklagh Community Centre
- Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Time
(Sunday) 2:15 pm - 2:45 pm GMT
Location
Mucklagh Community Centre
Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Event Details
Join the Exploration Dome for a unique change to explore the night's sky and under the sea in Ireland's largest planetarium !! Everything from stars to sharks, the night's sky
Event Details
Join the Exploration Dome for a unique change to explore the night’s sky and under the sea in Ireland’s largest planetarium !! Everything from stars to sharks, the night’s sky to the deepest ocean, there’s a chance to learn all about the science of the world around us. Please contact us if you require Irish Sign Language for this event and note that Lulls headphones will also be available for participants if required.
The Reptile Zoo at Discovery Day 2023 2.45pm Workshop
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Mucklagh Community Centre
- Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Time
(Sunday) 2:45 pm - 3:15 pm GMT
Location
Mucklagh Community Centre
Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Event Details
Join the Reptile Zoo in this unique workshop which is a chance to get up close and personal with tortoises, snakes, tarantulas and much more. Who knows you may even
Event Details
Join the Reptile Zoo in this unique workshop which is a chance to get up close and personal with tortoises, snakes, tarantulas and much more. Who knows you may even meet Elvis, the albino python ?! Please contact us if you require Irish Sign Language for this event and note that Lulls headphones will also be available for participants if required.
Anyone 4 Science Ice Cream Making at Discovery Day 2023 2.45pm
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Mucklagh Community Centre
- Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Time
(Sunday) 2:45 pm - 3:15 pm GMT
Location
Mucklagh Community Centre
Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Event Details
We love making ice cream with Anyone 4 Science for a very unusual reason -we can make our very own freezers!! In fact you can make your own freezer too. Join
Event Details
We love making ice cream with Anyone 4 Science for a very unusual reason -we can make our very own freezers!! In fact you can make your own freezer too.
Join in with us and learn some interesting facts about this frozen treat, and most importantly a salty secret, that will show you how people managed to keep their food cool during the summer months centuries before electricity was invented. f you require Irish Sign Language please email jgorman@midlandsscience.ie
The Exploration Dome at Discovery Day 2023 3pm Show
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Mucklagh Community Centre
- Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Time
(Sunday) 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm GMT
Location
Mucklagh Community Centre
Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Event Details
Join the Exploration Dome for a unique change to explore the night's sky and under the sea in Ireland's largest planetarium !! Everything from stars to sharks, the night's sky
Event Details
Join the Exploration Dome for a unique change to explore the night’s sky and under the sea in Ireland’s largest planetarium !! Everything from stars to sharks, the night’s sky to the deepest ocean, there’s a chance to learn all about the science of the world around us. Please contact us if you require Irish Sign Language for this event and note that Lulls headphones will also be available for participants if required.
The Reptile Zoo at Discovery Day 2023 3.30pm Workshop
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Mucklagh Community Centre
- Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Time
(Sunday) 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm GMT
Location
Mucklagh Community Centre
Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Event Details
Join the Reptile Zoo in this unique workshop which is a chance to get up close and personal with tortoises, snakes, tarantulas and much more. Who knows you may even
Event Details
Join the Reptile Zoo in this unique workshop which is a chance to get up close and personal with tortoises, snakes, tarantulas and much more. Who knows you may even meet Elvis, the albino python ?! Please contact us if you require Irish Sign Language for this event and note that Lulls headphones will also be available for participants if required.
Anyone 4 Science Slime Making at Discovery Day 2023 3.30pm
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Mucklagh Community Centre
- Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Time
(Sunday) 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm GMT
Location
Mucklagh Community Centre
Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Event Details
Everyone loves making and playing with slime. Come join Anyone 4 Science and have fun making your own. Learn the Science behind this gooey substance and why it can be
Event Details
Everyone loves making and playing with slime. Come join Anyone 4 Science and have fun making your own. Learn the Science behind this gooey substance and why it can be classed as a liquid and a solid.If you require Irish Sign Language please email jgorman@midlandsscience.ie
Anyone 4 Science Ice Cream Making at Discovery Day 2023 3.30pm
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Mucklagh Community Centre
- Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Time
(Sunday) 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm GMT
Location
Mucklagh Community Centre
Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Event Details
We love making ice cream with Anyone 4 Science for a very unusual reason -we can make our very own freezers!! In fact you can make your own freezer too. Join
Event Details
We love making ice cream with Anyone 4 Science for a very unusual reason -we can make our very own freezers!! In fact you can make your own freezer too.
Join in with us and learn some interesting facts about this frozen treat, and most importantly a salty secret, that will show you how people managed to keep their food cool during the summer months centuries before electricity was invented. f you require Irish Sign Language please email jgorman@midlandsscience.ie
The Exploration Dome at Discovery Day 2023 3.45pm Show
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Mucklagh Community Centre
- Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Time
(Sunday) 3:45 pm - 4:15 pm GMT
Location
Mucklagh Community Centre
Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Event Details
Join the Exploration Dome for a unique change to explore the night's sky and under the sea in Ireland's largest planetarium !! Everything from stars to sharks, the night's sky
Event Details
Join the Exploration Dome for a unique change to explore the night’s sky and under the sea in Ireland’s largest planetarium !! Everything from stars to sharks, the night’s sky to the deepest ocean, there’s a chance to learn all about the science of the world around us. Please contact us if you require Irish Sign Language for this event and note that Lulls headphones will also be available for participants if required.
The Exploration Dome at Discovery Day 2023 4.30pm Show
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Mucklagh Community Centre
- Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Time
(Sunday) 4:30 pm - 5:00 pm GMT
Location
Mucklagh Community Centre
Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Event Details
Join the Exploration Dome for a unique change to explore the night's sky and under the sea in Ireland's largest planetarium !! Everything from stars to sharks, the night's sky
Event Details
Join the Exploration Dome for a unique change to explore the night’s sky and under the sea in Ireland’s largest planetarium !! Everything from stars to sharks, the night’s sky to the deepest ocean, there’s a chance to learn all about the science of the world around us. Please contact us if you require Irish Sign Language for this event and note that Lulls headphones will also be available for participants if required.
The Exploration Dome at Discovery Day 2023 5:15pm Show
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Mucklagh Community Centre
- Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Time
(Sunday) 5:15 pm - 5:45 pm
Location
Mucklagh Community Centre
Mucklagh R35 DN02 Tullamore Ireland
Event Details
Join the Exploration Dome for a unique change to explore the night's sky and under the sea in Ireland's largest planetarium !! Everything from stars to sharks, the night's sky
Event Details
Join the Exploration Dome for a unique change to explore the night’s sky and under the sea in Ireland’s largest planetarium !! Everything from stars to sharks, the night’s sky to the deepest ocean, there’s a chance to learn all about the science of the world around us. Please contact us if you require Irish Sign Language for this event and note that Lulls headphones will also be available for participants if required.
Science Week in the Midlands was back in person this year with the Midlands Science Festival, funded by Science Foundation Ireland. A wide range of activities took place including a family Discovery Day in Tullamore supported by Integra and attended by over 1,200 people!! Visitors to the discovery day were able to get hands on with reptiles from the National Reptile Zoo, learn all about slime with Anyone 4 Science, discover the science behind superheroes with Dr Barry Fitzgerald, take a journey through space with Martin and the Exploration Dome and learn all about Dinos down under with thanks to Dale Treadwell.
A wide range of activities also took place in schools across the region during the week. Students in both primary and secondary schools got to explore the science of flight, Superhero Science, hands on experiments and some got to take a journey through our solar system in the exploration dome.
Online activities included a series of videos looking at the science of climate action and an event with driver Paul O’Connell taking apart what it takes to be a Formula 1 Driver. Midlands Science runs science outreach all year around to schools through its outreach programme and also runs a number of special projects such as Quiet Science, Innovate for Climate Action and Everyday Science. It reaches an average of 16,000 people per year and is supported by the Ireland Funds Private Donor Network, the Medtronic Foundation and a variety of private, public and philanthropic funders for different projects and activities.
Science Capital Training
Science capital is a conceptual tool developed by Professor Louise Archer and colleagues at King’s College London. It can be used to help understand how social class affects people’s aspirations and involvement in science. Midlands Science has adopted a science capital approach in its work, with a particular focus on under-served groups. We are delivering Science Capital training for youth and development workers in the midlands, in association with the Science Capital Research Team of University College London. The training will be delivered using best practice examples. This will provide the participants with increased confidence and skills with which to deliver STEM activities in informal settings. A vital part of the project is the delivery of train the trainer for some participants with UCL – this will ensure that the project can be scaled and its impact strengthened through local capacity.
Quiet Science
Quiet Science responds to requests received from those in the ASD student community and their advocates to develop and provide ASD appropriate STEM outreach. We have created a suite of appropriate outreach activities for this community and are currently running a number of online quiet science workshops in 2022. We have already run a four week programme in May 2022. These four workshops were delivered online by Christine from Anyone4Science with very positive feedback from all participants. The next batch of these online workshops will run for 6 weeks, during September and October. These workshops are fully online, free and open to students aged 7-12 years old.
Want to get involved? Our work focuses on students and schools but we also have a number of events for teachers, youth workers and the general public, especially during Science Week. Are you interested in getting your school/class or child involved in our free outreach programme? Sign up to our mailing list below to be the first to hear about our upcoming events and school workshops.
Get in Touch
Phone number: 057 93 239 02
Jackie Gorman – jgorman@midlandsscience.ie
Pauline Nally – pnally@midlandsscience.ie
Criodán Ó Murchú – comurchu@midlandsscience.ie
Midlands Science
Block 6,
Central Business Park,
Clonminch,
Tullamore,
Co. Offaly.
R35 F8K0